There are these rare occasions when it is in fact possible to combine business and leisure. And so, between professional engagements on my part in Malaysia and Singapore, we planned in for a long weekend in The Lion city. Primary objective: Shopping That said, we were very good, keeping up the exercise routine each morning …

Recently I had opportunity to travel to the USA on business to spend time in McLean, VA. I decided to go there early by three days and to explore nearby Washington DC. A little bit of sightseeing of the must see i.e. The Smithsonian … But my attention span to museums last on average for …

This truly tiny town in the outback of the Czech Republic was completely unknown to the outside world up until a short while ago. Meanwhile, through a mix of clever restoration and marketing, this place has developed into a must visit destination in Europe and it is truly amazing to see how tourists from all …

I come from a small Austrian village after all and although I have lived outside of Austria for many years by now, it is the beauty of this great country that brings us back each year. Postcards are no longer fashionable but if they were, my hometown would definitely provide the perfect setting. No better …

Like most every year, so this time we headed back to Austria for our annual pilgrimage to see family and put on a few pounds by indulging in all the Austrian delicacies illusive to us for most of the rest of the year. More often than not, we build in at least one secondary destination …

This long weekend, Liz has found yet another hideout for us to get away from the city buzz and to relax. Did you know that Thailand has got several vineyards? Few might know but Granmonte, about 160km northwest off Bangkok is a jewel of a vineyard. Nestled among green and hilly Khao Yai (National Park), …

Those of you whom know us, presumably the majority of people who bother to visit our blog, will also know that running plays a big part in our life. That is to say that it has become a big part of my life and with Liz giving me unwavering support, inevitably she too has turned …

Songkran or the Water-festival as the Thai New Year celebration is also known as, is a really big, weeklong affair in Thailand. And having had the pleasure a number of times, we have now decided to seek alternatives to the water splashing madness from which to escape, seems near impossible. On this occasion, in April …